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The Training Center accredited by the FIPJP since 2002.

Petanque training sessions,

for beginners to advanced players...

Qualified and experienced instructors...

A unique place to discover an original and effective method...

Player training courses 2025 SERGINES (France)

29 nov - 2 december

Training course fees 2025 SERGINES (France)

Yearly membership to the CIEP:30 €

3 days: 480 euros
4 days: 590 euros
5 days: 690 euros
(Offered meals except dinner on last day
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CIEP Performance

is a quarterly training plan within a progressive process, covering all aspects of the discipline to better prepare for competition.

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Player training courses 2026 SERGINES (France)

january: 17-20
februay: 21-24
march: 14-17 and 21-24
april: 25- 28 (full)
may: 7-11 and 14-17
june: 13-16
july: 11-15 and 28-31

Training course fees 2026 SERGINES (France)

Yearly membership to the CIEP:30 €

3 days: 510 euros

4 days: 620 euros

5 days: 720 euros

(Offered meals except dinner on last day

Pétanque

"Le grand livre" by Claude Raluy

News

News from CIEP Japan

On November 9, Gifu Prefecture, located in central Japan, hosted the “3rd Intercollegiate Petanque Tournament.” The city of Gifu, where the tournament was held, is known as the historic city where Oda Nobunaga, a famous 16th-century warlord, established his castle during his conquest of the country.

This year, 108 students from 23 universities in Japan, China, and France participated. During the opening ceremony, video messages from Claude Azéma, President of the WPBF, and Claude Raluy, Président of the CIEP, were shown, followed by a speech by Takeshi Mochizuki, member of the CIEP Japan Steering Committee.

Until recently, pétanque in Japan suffered from an image as a “sport for seniors.”

But thanks to the success of this student tournament supported by the CIEP, interest in pétanque is growing rapidly among the younger generations.

November Players' Training Course at the CIEP

We had the pleasure of welcoming players from Switzerland, Taheoon Lee, member of the KOREAN BOULES SPORT FEDERATION, Adlai Pulido, President of the Mexican Petanque Federation, and his wife, as well as French participants.

The internationalization of our training camps is a source of colorful exchanges, and plans are being made to meet again in France or elsewhere...

Memories of the FIPJP/CIEP training course in Chile

A souvenir photo with Gervais Beaudin from the Canadian team, which was one of the highlights of our few days in Santiago.

We look forward to seeing them again on another occasion...

FIPJP/CIEP training in Slovakia

A training course leading to the FIPJP/CIEP diploma took place from November 13 to 16, 2025, in Bratislava, led by Petr Fuksa.

This high-quality organization demonstrates the desire to develop teaching methods in Slovakia.

Many thanks for the warm welcome given to the delegated trainer.

FIPJP/CIEP training course in Chile

After a three-hour exam, a training completion ceremony was held with Frank Guzman, President of Pan America, Pablo Munoz, President of the Chilean Federation, and Claude Raluy, President of the CIEP.

All of the candidates present from Chile, Paraguay, and Canada expressed their desire to continue the educational approach taught during these three days of training in their respective countries.

There were friendly exchanges around a shared passion: pétanque.

This is only a temporary farewell...

FIPJP/CIEP training course in Chile

On the initiative of Frank Guzman, President of Pan America, a training course for educators is taking place in Santiago with participants from Canada, Paraguay and Chile. The atmosphere is very pleasant and the training course, taught in French and Spanish by Claude Raluy, President of the CIEP, leads to the award of the FIPJP/CIEP Level 1 diploma.

CIEP Japan in Gifu

CIEP Japan traveled to Gifu to supervise the third edition of the University Petanque Championship.

The city of Gifu, where the tournament was held, is a castle town dominated by Gifu Castle, the former residence of warlord Oda Nobunaga.

CIEP Japan is diversifying its activities and promoting petanque in Japan among all age groups and social classes. Congratulations!

FIPJP/CIEP training course in Kuala Lumpur

On the occasion of the Sea Games, the Asian Confederation of Boules Sports, led by Tan Sri Dato Seri Mohamad Noor, organized a training course for the FIPJP/CIEP Level 1 and 2 international diploma from November 4 to 6, 2025.
This training course, which brought together candidates from China, Thailand, South Korea, and Malaysia, was led by Claude Raluy, President of the CIEP.

Claude Azéma, President of the WPBF, as well as Ms. Suphonnart Lamlert, member of the FIPJP Executive Committee, and Mr. Cheah Ban Cheng President of Malaysia Boule Sports Federation attended the three-day training program.

Many thanks for the quality of the organization and the warm welcome.

FIPJP/CIEP Training in Asheville in the USA

A three-day training course in Asheville, North Carolina, at the request of FPUSA, culminating in a three-hour exam for the FIPJP/CIEP Level 1 international diploma, concludes today,

October 31st.As in Fresno, the candidates demonstrated excellent attendance in the exceptional setting of "Le Rendez-vous," a property dedicated to pétanque and also offering high-end French cuisine. Many thanks to Michel Baudouin for his warm welcome, kindness, and passion for pétanque.

A big thank you to FPUSA, President Kirk Edwards, Sports Director Janice Bissonnette, and Heidi Davison for their trust in CIEP, and to Georges Dalbigot, CIEP Sports Director, for his competence and dedication.

An agreement was signed by Kirk Edwards and Claude Raluy, President of CIEP, to establish a collaboration on future training programs.

CIEP player training camp in the USA

A three-day training camp bringing together 30 people took place in California at the Lamorinda Petanque Club on October 24, 25, and 26.

Despite difficult weather conditions, this training camp allowed all participants to train with personalized sports strategies.

The warm atmosphere in an exceptional setting made for a memorable experience of sharing and camaraderie.

FIPJP/CIEP Training in Fresno in the USA

A three-day training course in Fresno, California, at the request of FPUSA, has just concluded.

Theoretical sessions were held in the morning and practical applications in the afternoon.

A three-hour exam to validate this training took place on October 23.

Note the American Pétanque Federation's commitment to structuring the development of teaching methods in its region.

Many thanks for the welcome and friendly exchanges...

See you soon!

Players' Camp at the CIEP in Sergines

This players' camp had some difficult moments at times, as the laughter was endless, especially during the posture exercises. This group was able to combine these moments with the seriousness of the training. They came from Luxembourg, France, and Vietnam, and the progress was evident over the four days of the camp. Thu Vu, a Sea Games champion and third-place finisher at a World Championship, joined us with Claude Azéma for two days to train and assimilate the CIEP method for coaching players in her home country.

Note her concentration before each throw, ensuring she internalized the advice given.

Claude Azéma handed out camp certificates, much to the delight of the participants, who took souvenir photos.

Most of these players have already decided to return next year by forming a group to share a common passion and moments of friendship.

2025 Rallye Petanque in Courlon-sur-Yonne

On 4 October, numerous pétanque players took part in the 26th Rallye Pétanque in Courlon sur Yonne.

The municipality's involvement was noteworthy. Mayor Christina Randget and her deputies came to set up the catering area, a fine example of a municipal team dedicated to the success of events organised in its territory.

The friendly visit of many elected officials gave the event a spirit of sharing, as pétanque is indeed a vehicle for social bonding.

Mr Grégory Dorte, President of the Departmental Council, wanted to try his hand at a shooting workshop and, after knocking down the jacket, surprised us with his efficiency on the spot.

The President of the Departmental Committee FFPJP 89, Philippe Gherardini, and Vice-President Laurent Chapotot kindly joined the CIEP team, as they do every year, to run workshops and a tombola. The goal-shooting and shooting workshops were enjoyed by all, despite a rainy morning that was more than compensated for by a sunny afternoon.

An awards ceremony with all participants at 6 p.m., one of the key features of this concept, brought the day to a close and gave us something to look forward to next year.

A big thank you to everyone, players, organisers and visitors alike...

Player training course at the CIEP in Sergines

A lively four-day training course in a warm and friendly atmosphere.

A method developed by CIEP coaches based on body posture, ball grip, and different throwing techniques in workshops and games. A busy programme that helped participants understand the progress they needed to make.

What could be more frustrating than throwing a ball without being able to analyse whether your technique was successful or not?

FIPJP/CIEP training course with CIEP Switzerland

For the past two days, the FIPJP has been organizing a training course leading to the FIPJP/CIEP Level 2 diploma.

This four-day course is taking place in Trimbach with the participation of Jean Denis Willememin, President of the Swiss Federation, and Petra Ziswiler, President of CIEP Switzerland. The courses are being taught by Claude Raluy and Georges Dalbigot.

The atmosphere is studious and warm.

News from CIEP Indonesia

The CIEP Indonesia and FOPI organised a national competition on 23 and 24 August in Gunung Dago Bogor.

152 players from 15 provinces competed over the two days, with the CIEP Indonesia

Well done to Andy Indarto and Ramdam Pelana for their involvement in developing teaching methods for pétanque based on sporting principles.

Petanque in this country is preparing for a future at the highest international level..

The CIEP in Kazakhstan

8 days – over 50 hours of training in Kazakhstan. CIEP coaches: David Nouraud and Ptr Fuksa

For the fourth time, CIEP is holding a pétanque training camp in Almaty, Kazakhstan. This time, there were four of the best girls and four of the best boys. On the courts, it was over 30 degrees, surrounded by mountains with snow on their peaks. Petanque players are also curling players in winter. Training in Kazakhstan is quite specific. The players are very disciplined, they learn quickly and memorise the advice given to them rapidly. They behave impeccably on the field and demonstrate exemplary team spirit. During training matches, they communicate, they are serious, they automatically position themselves where they need to be, and they don't forget to mark the goal or the circle.

It is no coincidence that at the 2024 World Championships in Benin ,the women's team qualified among the top 16 even though the players only had a few months of experience in pétanque, notably during two CIEP training courses.

The cooperation between the CIEP and the Kazakhstan Federation is bearing fruit, and it is a real pleasure to be part of this adventure, both on a human and sporting level.

Madagascar's national teams at the CIEP

Coming to participate in the Sens National Championship, the Malagasy champions, supervised by Eric Rassat, the DTN (Team Director) and their coach, stayed at the CIEP in Sergines.

This was an opportunity to discuss their tour of France and their exceptional performance at the last World Championship in Dijon.

We were able to appreciate their kindness and professionalism in preparing the players, as well as their fruitful discussions... this is just a goodbye...

Youth Camp 2025 in Tchequia

Three days of intensive training with the CIEP, Georges Dalbigot, and Odile Beckers.

The awards ceremony concluded this Czech youth camp.

This is just a goodbye....

Youth Camp 2025 in Tchequia

The first day of the training at Chroustovice Castle allowed for an assessment of all the young people in order to prepare the overall assessment and the corrections to be adapted to each participant. Everything took place with meticulous organization by Iveta Hajkova and Kristyna Krajankova. All these days were made possible thanks to the club president, Mr. Vilém Meduna.

Players' course at Sergines in july

International training camp featuring players from the USA, Switzerland, Ukraine, the UK, and France.

5 days of training allow each player to identify areas for improvement. A good mood and focus are key to absorbing the advice provided....

Youth Camp 2025 in Slovakia

The Kočovce Training Camp closed under the sun and Dana Klúčiková, President of the Young Talent Center, presented the trophies to the winners of the Slovak Youth Championship. Three unforgettable days, see you soon..

Youth Camp 2025 in Slovakia

For the third consecutive year, the CIEP is organizing a youth training event in Kocovce for the Slovak Petanque Federation, led by youth leader Dana Klucikova.

This first day took place in the rain but in a great atmosphere.

The dedication of the participants made it possible to forget the unpleasant weather.

Open de Petanque 2025 in Malaysia

Our friend Taheoon from South Korea, who came to Kuala Lumpur to referee this competition, sent us these photos. Many faces are familiar to us, and we send a warm hello to all participants and friends on behalf of the CIEP team.

A special hello to Mr Tan Sri Dato Seri Mohamad Noor President of the Asian Boules Sports Confederation and to Mr Cheah Ban C,heng President of the Malaysia Boule Sports federation.

See you soon.....

May training camp for players at Sergines

A four-day international training camp, with participants from Switzerland, Australia, the Czech Republic, Germany, Belgium, and finally France.

What better way to share a method and foster a sense of competition through exchanges with perspectives from different cultures.

With petanque as the common thread, it was an exciting time for the CIEP coaches to perfect their English and enjoy a training camp unlike any other....

Heidi Davidson,Michelle Dang take first place in the Consolante A of the Carolina Open Petanque Tournament

Look what Michelle and Heidi have done!

After a CIEP players' course in Athens, a well-deserved victory for our trainees in a major tournament in Carolina in the USA.

Congratulations to both of them, we share their happiness at this success....

Hachiko tournament in Shibuya organised by the CIEP Japon

Since 2009, this petanque tournament has been organised every year under the direction of the CIEP Japon and took place on Saturday 24 May 2025.

It is named after the famous Japanese dog, Hachiko, known for his legendary loyalty to his master by going to wait for him every day at Shibuya station, even after the latter's death.

The competition takes place in Shibuya, an iconic and much-loved location.

The awards were presented by Diane Raluy, daughter of CIEP President Claude Raluy, who visited the venue during one of his visits to Japan, pictured here with Mr Mochizuki, one of the directors of CIEP Japon since 1998.

CIEP players' course at Classic City Petanque Club, Day 3

This last day will have stabilized what has been learned.

Each participant will receive a video of their posture and movements at the beginning and end of the course, with comments so that they can continue to train with sporting logic and personalized advice.

The organization of a Pétanque Rally will have contributed to finalize these 3 days in a most cordial environment.

Certificates of participation will enable everyone to remember these moments of sharing a passion, Pétanque.....

CIEP players' course at Classic City Petanque Club, Day 2

A second day mainly based on point and shot workshops and a specific personalized grinding workshop for each participant. This training formula ensured a dynamic course and satisfied the group....

CIEP players on the Classic City Petanque Club courts

Players from various regions of the USA came to take part in these 3 days to discover the CIEP and its training concept.

Very attentive to the explanations of the method, they assimilated the advice given and applied it on the field.

A busy first day....

Next players' training course in the USA

The CIEP is on the move for a training course organized by the Classic City Pétanque Club from May 17 to 19.

President Heidi Davison has put all her energy into making this event a success, and some thirty participants will be practicing over the 3 days.

From theory to practice, many tips will be given with a personal touch so that petanque is not just a sport but a healthy lifestyle.

Players' course at Sergines in April

A most international course with the presence of Gilbert Bagana (CIFOP- Benin), Jean Denis Willemin President of Swiss Pétanque, Petra Ziswiler Vice President of Swiss Pétanque, President of CIEP Suisse, Taehoon Lee member of the South Korean Federation, players from Switzerland, Germany and France.

A most enriching cocktail, the mix of cultures had the flavour of conviviality, good humor but also seriousness to make progress.

The meals brought the group even closer together, so much so that when it was time to say goodbye after 4 days spent together, there was a feeling of "see you when...

Training course in Yverdon les Bains with the CIEP Switzerland from 4 to 6 April 2005

Following on from the FIPJP/CIEP course held last September in Olten, the aim of this 3-day course was to consolidate the knowledge acquired by the 12 CIEP Switzerland trainers.

Under the direction of Petra Ziswiler, Vice President of Swiss Pétanque and President of the Swiss CIEP, and Jean Denis Willemin, President of the Swiss Pétanque Federation, the course focused also on a project to set up a Rallye Petanque in Switzerland.

The participants showed great imagination in designing the workshops in collaboration with Georges Dalbigot and Claude Raluy, so much so that both adults and young people took great pleasure in practising in a very friendly atmosphere.

In the words of some, "this Rallye Petanque ,when will the next one be held’ ....

Each CIEP Switzerland trainer was given a training kit, and Swiss Pétanque is demonstrating its desire to promote teaching among young people and adults looking for information with a sporting logic.

News from CIEP Japon

A petanque course was organised by the CIEP Japan under the direction of Mr Mochizuki for employees of Philips Japan in the fashionable Roppongi district of Tokyo.

Using the CIEP manual as a guide, the participants learnt the basic moves of pétanque as well as the basic rules of competition.

They thoroughly enjoyed their time together, and had a lot of fun playing games.

The day ended with a presentation of certificates, and everyone will remember these moments of sharing.

Petanque is not only a game, but also a way of life.....

March training camp for players at Sergines

A lively 4-day course bringing together players from Belgium, Switzerland and France.

Petanque was at the heart of the discussions, with some players coming for the first time and others returning to improve their skills.

There was a friendly atmosphere both on the pitch and at mealtimes, with everyone having fun and concentrating on both their body posture and their shots. The variety of exercises on offer enabled everyone to make progress and, above all, to understand the reality of their performance.

Next course in April at Sergines....

CIEP Players 2025 course in Vrchlabi, Czech Republic

This course has just ended with the nostalgia of leaving each other but it is only a goodbye.....

It's worth noting the participation of 92-year-old Onza, a unique event in our training courses. He was with us every step of the way, and it was great to see this former sportsman enjoying himself throughout these 4 days, an example of life...

When we asked him why he was there, he confided in us his thirst for learning and added: ‘I don't want to survive, I want to live....’.

CIEP Players 2025 courses in Vrchlabi, Czech Republic

The second session of players' courses in the Czech Republic got underway in a very friendly atmosphere.

Most of the participants had already taken part in CIEP courses, and the fundamentals already in place were used to fine-tune body dress and throwing techniques and to move on to more elaborate concepts....

CIEP Players 2025 courses inVrchlabi,Czech Republic

These 4 days encouraged exchanges and a passion for pétanque, and were a great pleasure for both participants and supervisors. Petanque has the ability to bring people of all ages and backgrounds together in a friendly atmosphere in a short space of time....

Players' training courses in the Czech Republic

The week began with 2 4-day courses in a wonderful setting.

Petr Fuksa, President of the CIEP Central Europe, headed up the training with Claude Raluy and Georges Dalbigot, who came specially from France for the event.

The players from Slovakia, Austria and the Czech Republic discovered the CIEP method and concentrated on doing their best in the exercises on offer....

February players' course at Sergines

A packed 4-day course, alternating the theoretical part of the method with practical applications in workshops and games.

It was a fast-paced course that enabled each participant to make progress and, above all, to have benchmarks to help them understand their performance and train with a sporting mindset.

Next players' course in Prague, then again at the CIEP headquarters....

CIEP Indonesia and INAFRA

FOPI and CIEP Indonesia, with the support of INAFRA (Association Indonésie France), are organising the first double-team competition at Gunung Dago Bogor West Java. 128 teams are expected to take part. ..... A top-quality organisation, as evidenced by the shirts made especially for the occasion.

News from the Mexican Petanque Federation and CIEP Mexico

A project to include petanque in secondary schools in Mexico was organized by Luis Ariel graduate FIPJP/CIEP level 2 in Yucatan in relation with the government, the secretary of education and local sports institute.

The petanque will now be practiced in the existing school but also in 5 new schools a total of 60 students aged 12 to 15. This initiative is an important step for the future of this sport in Mexico and will serve as an example to be replicated in other regions.

The members of CIEP Mexico will have young people to train for national and international competitions.

We will be there to support them in these missions of petanque promotion....

News from CIEP Indonesie

A meeting between the French Indonesia Association (INAFRA), French business leaders in Indonesia and the CIEP Indonesie was held on December 12. The President of INAFRA, Lieutenant General Hotmangaraja, chaired this meeting in order to consider collaboration between these three organizations.

Petanque in Indonesia under the impetus of FOPI and CIEP Indonesie continues to develop......

Petanque in Ukraine at the service of its soldiers

The Ukrainian Petanque Federation (UPF), created in 2007, a member of the FIPJP, sets up physical rehabilitation actions for soldiers returning from the front. An initiative that deserves to be highlighted...

For more information, you can consult the article on Planète Boules of the month of November.

Visit to the CIEP by representatives of the US national team

We had the pleasure of welcoming Tom, Sheila and Pascal Tisseur, coach of the US national team at the last World Championships in Dijon.

Passion knows no bounds, so we got to know each other and it seemed like we'd already met after an hour's chat.

See you soon, it's only goodbye....

The Mexican Federation and the Pan American Petanque Confederation at the CIEP

After the World Championships in Dijon, the President of FEDMEX, Adlai Pulido Gutiérrez, the coach of the national team, Antonio Martinez, and Frank Guzman, President of the Pan America Petanque Confederation, kindly paid us a visit.

These were fruitful exchanges for the future development of pétanque in this part of the world. Petanque's essential asset is bringing people together, a universal language of conviviality....

The Malaysian delegation on their way to Dijon

After 4 days at the CIEP and preparation against local teams, the Malaysia Boule Sports Federation team will be taking on the best teams in the world.

Let's wish them GOOD LUCK.....

Malaysian national team preparation

The preparation of the Malaysian national team began at the CIEP in Sergines with matches against local teams.

Despite the efforts of the French competitors, our Malaysian friends were able to impose themselves through their performance.

The rest of the training on Sunday...

Reception of the Malaysian Boule Sports Federation delegation

Arrival at Charles de Gaulle airport of the national team preparing at the CIEP in Sergines before the World Championships in Dijon with

Mr Cheah Ban C,heng President of the Federation and his staff welcomed by Claude Raluy President of the CIEP

Players camp in Bali

This course organized by Petanque Denpasar is currently taking place in Bali and is directed by Kant Petchaboon and his assistant.

Kant is the President of Ksport Academy, CIEP's Ambassador Club in Thailand.

On the photo on the right a hello to our friend Yama from Bali who came to visit us in Sergines for an FIPJP/CIEP training in 2019.

Under the leadership of Andy Indarto and his team, pétanque continues to develop throughout Indonesia.

23rd Edition of the Claude Raluy Challenge in Japan

This competition took place in Kanagawa Prefecture near Tokyo.

Kanagawa Prefecture is home to Hakone, a town of about 14,500 people, and Lake Ashi, which attract many tourists throughout the year. It was also the place where famous generals were present during the Sengoku period.

Thank you to the CIEP Japon team for their loyalty and friendship that time does not alter....

November course at the CIEP in Sergines

A course bringing together passionate women looking for advice from Switzerland, Luxembourg, Israel and France. 4 days of fun alternating workshops, challenges, games and of course with the supervision of the CIEP coaches. See you soon.....

CIEP Japon promotes petanque in Gifu

CIEP Japan organized a petanque tournament for students from several universities.

The intercollegiate petanque tournament was held in Gifu City on November 9, with the participation of 123 students from 21 Japanese universities.

The city of Gifu is located in central Japan, where the samurai Oda unified Japan in the Middle Ages.

The Nagara River, which runs through the center of the city, hosts an annual cormorant fishing event, which attracts tourists from all over the world.

In the final of the tournament, the local team from Gifu University won against the team from the University of Tokyo, which was the favorite of the tournament.

The representative of CIEP-Japan, Mr. Mochizuki, presented the CIEP trophy to the winning team at the award ceremony

News from CIEP Indonésie

CIEP Indonesia ensures the development and promotion of pétanque in all the Provinces of Indonesia.

Under the leadership of Andy Indarto and his team, CIEP Indonesia will create a national doubles competition in Gunug Dago Bogor West;

85 teams from 5 Provinces are planned.

We wish this new initiative a great success, which will bring together enthusiasts.

FIPJP/CIEP course in China

As part of the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and France, this day dedicated to petanque with about sixty people participating in this Sino-French exchange event.

Start of our collaboration with China within the framework of the Chinese Boules Association in Jinan, for the 60th anniversary of Franco-Chinese diplomatic relations with 60 students.

News from CIEP Japon

On October 26, more than 100 players gathered in Yoyogi, Tokyo, under a clear autumn sky, for the Hachiko petanque tournament.

Hachiko is famous in Japan as a dog loyal to its owner, and today a sauce with Hachiko's name is also available.

The company that makes the sauce is also a sponsor of this tournament.

The winning team was the University of Tokyo, as in the spring tournament.

Diane, daughter of Claude Raluy President of the CIEP and living in Japan has been in charge of communication with the CIEP Japan for many years She will also be invited to the interuniversity petanque tournament in Gifu next month.

Thank you to CIEP Japan and all its leaders for their investment in developing petanque in the spirit of a true sports discipline

Player's training course in Sergines

An intense 4-day course and workshops well adapted to the needs of each person.

The progress was noticeable, especially when the participants saw during their video interview with Pierre Fuksa on the comparison of posture and throws before the course and after.

See you soon to hear from them and their performances in competition.

News from CIEP Indonesia

Our Indonesian friends under the leadership of Andy Indarto organize player training and camps throughout the year on Indonesian territory. A real desire to promote pétanque and to ensure its structuring.....

Players' course at the CIEP in Sergines

The full October course has just started, with participants from Switzerland, Luxembourg, Germany and France.

The advice given by the CIEP coaches has encouraged the players to apply the method seriously, and the progress made can be seen as early as this second day...

Our friends from Luxembourg at the Rallye Petanque 2024

Georges and Linda came to visit us in Courlon Sur Yonne for the 2024 Pétanque Rally, a pleasure to meet them again and share moments of friendship together.

See you soon in Sergines or elsewhere

Rallye Petanque 2024,25th edition

The 25th edition of the Pétanque Rally was once again a great success in Courlon sur Yonne, with some of our friends discovering the concept and others coming back to spend a good day around the little ball.

We were delighted to welcome a number of elected representatives, including :

Dominique Verien and Jean Baptiste Lemoine, Senator and Senator for Yonne

Grégory Dorte, Mayor of Pont sur Yonne and First Vice-Chairman of the Yonne department Mr Spahn, Chairman of the Communauté de Communes Yonne Nord.

All these elected representatives took part in the game, in La Boule La Plus Près Du Mur, in the workshops and again in the questionnaire. It was a really nice moment of sharing....

A big thank you to the Municipality of Courlon sur Yonne for welcoming us and helping to make this event a success, and especially to Christina Rangdet and her deputies, who were present from the start of the event right through to the prize-giving ceremony.

And let's not forget, of course, all the volunteers from the CIEP and the 89 FFPJP Committee who worked hard to ensure that all the participants had a great time during this day of pétanque like no other.

The 2025 edition is already scheduled, so get your calendars ready for Saturday 4 October in Courlon sur Yonne.

Training course at the CIEP

This course had a particular flavor of confidentiality given the number of participants but also this fusional atmosphere between the trainees and the management. The CIEP continues its development on an international level and ensures the spirit of exchange that petanque provides between enthusiasts.

Luxembourg, the USA and the French were present, an alchemy that energized these four days of training.

THE N°56 of PLANÈTE BOULES has just been published

Two major events will mark this off-season of pétanquiste, both scheduled for December. On the sporting field first of all, with the Men's Triples and Precision Shooting World Championships which will be held in Dijon, from 5 to 8 December. Then in the ballot box, 15 days later (20-21 December), just before Christmas, with the FFPJP Congress to be held in Belfort (90), with the election of the new federal team and the appointment of the President for the next four years.

The Men's Triples World Championships - the queen event of the discipline on the international scene - are back on French soil: 30 years after Clermont-Ferrand, still in everyone's memories, Montpellier in 1997, then the Grenoble triptych (2002 - 2004 - 2006) and finally Marseille in 2012. They will take up residence this year in the majestic setting of the Zénith de Dijon, a large performance hall where many world-famous artists have performed, converted for the occasion into a petanque arena.

David Le Dantec, head of the France Senior Men's Collective, unveiled on September 12, a French selection that is actually unsurprising, with three executives, Philippe Suchaud, Henri Lacroix and Dylan Rocher. The only uncertainty lay in the choice of the "4th man", it is Jean Feltain, author of a great 2024 season, who was selected, to the detriment of Robineau, Sarrio or Bonetto.

France will set out to regain the rainbow title, which eluded them two years ago in Benin, which saw Thailand's 2nd title in this event. In the Precision Shooting, Dylan Rocher will be the favourite to retain his title.

News from CIEP Japon

The petanque summer camp organised by the CIEP-Japan took place on 29 and 30 June on the Sugadaira plateau in Nagano prefecture.

The Sugadaira plateau is a well-known resort where university rugby and football clubs hold their summer camps.

Participants gathered in front of Ueda station and were greeted by a new CIEP-Japan banner.

A number of pétanque training workshops were set up at the Sugadaira Prince hotel, the venue for the camp, where two days of pétanque training took place.

Future events are scheduled by the CIEP Japan....

FIPJP/CIEP Training Course in Switzerland

At the request of SWISS PETANQUE and in conjunction with the CIEP Switzerland, a first FIPJP/CIEP level 1 training of trainers took place in Olten with 14 participants. A 3-day course concluded by a 3-hour exam, a first that augurs a structuring of pedagogy in this country....

Thanks to Jean-Denis Willemin and Petra Ziswiler for their welcome.

News from USA

Laurel Kaufman on the left sent us these photos of one of the largest petanque tournaments in the United States with 44 teams.

On the group photo, what a pleasure to see well-known faces, they are indeed CIEP trainees who came to Sergines with whom we shared moments of conviviality and friendship, without forgetting the assiduity at training.

See you soon......

News from Malaysia

REPORT OF THE CHIEF TECHNICAL DELEGATE – PÉTANQUE

Mr. CHEAH BAN CHENG

At the 21st edition of SUKMA 2024 Sarawak (Malaysia 2024 Games), a total of 14 teams of states have participated in the sport of pétanque. The eligibility of each participant is less of 21 years. The Malaysian Boules Sport Federation was tasked with managing the technical committee by appointing members of the Technical Committee team including the technical referees and the control to organize events with the cooperation of Sarawak. Boules Sport Association.

A quality organization, congratulations to all the organizers, and thank you to Mr. Cheah Ban Cheng for sharing with us the promotion of petanque in Malaysia

Creation of the CIEP Mexico

Signature of the agreement to create the CIEP Mexico between the President of the Mexican Petanque Federation Adlai Pulido Gutiérrez and Claude Raluy, President of the CIEP. The aim of this structure is to participate in the coherent development of pétanque teaching in South America.

News from the Czech Republic

The CIEP team in competition in Prague:

Alice, Champion of the Czech Republic; Ptr Fuksa, President of CIEP Central Europe; and Georges Dalbigot, Sports Director of CIEP.

FIPJP/CIEP training in Mexico

The Level 2 training has begun with a full program alternating between theory and practice...

FIPJP/CIEP training in Mexico

Several training sessions aimed at awarding Level 1 and 2 international diplomas are scheduled in Mexico City over two weeks.

These sessions, in collaboration with the Mexican Federation of Petanque, will continue the training programs from 2023 and further develop the pedagogy in this country.

The sessions are led by Frank Guzman, President of the Pan American Confederation, Adlai Pulido Gutierez, President of the Mexican Federation of Petanque, and Claude Raluy, President of CIEP.

After completing the Level 1 exam, the focus shifts to Level 2 training with additional participants.

News from the CIEP training course in Kasakhstan July 2024

Participants of Championnat triplettes

Winners of Championnat doublettes

Over 10 days, the CIEP team, led by David Nouraud and Ptr Fuksa, conducted training sessions for a selection of players from the Kazakhstan Petanque Federation.

This third CIEP training session in 2023 and 2024 in the country is helping to structure the pedagogy and promote the sport.

There is a palpable desire to learn among the youth and a strong commitment from the leaders to establish petanque as a recognized sport in Kazakhstan.

July 2024 training in Sergines

Five intense days of training, with theoretical sessions explaining the CIEP method and practical applications, allowed participants to make progress and, most importantly, to receive pedagogical advice for their future training.

Our next session will be in September for individual player training. In the meantime, CIEP will be in Kazakhstan for a training camp with the national federation, followed by coach training sessions in Mexico and Switzerland—a full program ahead...

CIEP training in Bratislava

At the Kocovce center in Slovakia, the training session in collaboration with CIEP was a great success. The national youth and aspiring teams from Slovakia and the Czech Republic attentively followed the advice given by Georges Dalbigot, CIEP Sports Director, and the coaches from each nation. This session brought together 73 participants, including 49 youth and aspiring players from both countries. Everything went wonderfully in a festive yet focused atmosphere where competition was a key element. Thanks to Dana Klucikova and Iveta Hajkova for organizing this event.

Pétanque for everyone

A first edition sponsored by Guy Roux, who is expected to confirm his presence tomorrow, thirteen days before carrying the Olympic torch. The event is open to all generations, with a concert at noon.
Communication provided by France Bleu Auxerre.

The Rallye Petanque for All is organized as part of the Handi-Petanque Olympiads, this Saturday, June 29, from 9 AM to 6 PM. An event organized by the Yonne Departmental Committee (FFPJP), whose members were interviewed by your France Bleu Auxerre reporter this Wednesday morning, just three days before the start of this popular celebration.
They will explain what the public will see starting at 9 AM, from local stands to petanque-related activities.
While waiting to be there, here’s a preview of the Petanque Rally with this video from Sergines in 2023.

Handi-Petanque: An Inclusive and Exciting Game
Handi-petanque is an adapted version of the famous game of petanque, specially designed to be accessible to people with disabilities. This inclusive sport allows everyone, regardless of their mobility level, to participate and enjoy the game of boules. It aims to promote inclusion, equality, and the joy of playing together by adapting the rules and equipment to meet the specific needs of players.
To make it accessible to everyone, several adaptations can be implemented, starting with modified playing fields that can be made more accessible, with flat surfaces and access points facilitating wheelchair mobility. Adapted equipment, such as lighter boules or gripping devices, may also be provided to help players throw the boules easily. The rules can also be adjusted to accommodate the players' abilities, such as the throwing distance or the number of boules per player.
Of course, handi-petanque offers many benefits to participants: social inclusion, improved mobility, mental well-being, and skill development. It is a practice dear to the Comité Départemental de l’Yonne (FFPJP) that organizes the event.

Résults from Prague

On Saturday, June 22, in Lodenice near Prague, Honza Manak, who participated in the training sessions in Unetice in 2023 and 2024, became the Czech Republic Champion for the 55+ category. He will represent the Czech Republic at the 55+ European Championship in 2025, alongside Jindra Vodehnalova and Jirina Mullerova.